Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control

Program Overview

Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control

Course Overview

Build your skills in instrumentation and control with this technical trade course. Complete this qualification as part of your apprenticeship to become an electrical instrumentation tradesperson.

With increased automation across a range of industries, workers with skills in instrumentation and control are in demand. Up to 25,000 job openings are expected over the next five years across Australia in the petrochemical, mining, food and manufacturing industries.

In this course you will learn how to install, modify, maintain and repair instrumentation used in measurement and control systems. You'll learn how to apply your skills and knowledge to measure and control temperature, pressure and flow and gain skills in instrumentation and programmable logic controller (PLC) control. Our passionate, highly-experienced teachers and industry-current equipment will ensure your skills are of the high standard required to be successful in your industry.

Successful completion of this course as part of your apprenticeship allows you to become a trade-qualified electrical instrumentation technician and progress to the next level.

Career Opportunities

• Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General)
• Electrical Instrumentation Tradesperson
• Electrical Instrumentation Technician

Course Outcome

UEE31220 Certificate III in Instrumentation and Control

Core Units

• UEECD0007: Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
• UEECD0016: Document and apply measures to control WHS risks associated with electrotechnology work
• UEECD0019: Fabricate, assemble and dismantle utilities industry components
• UEECD0020: Fix and secure electrotechnology equipment
• UEECD0043: Solve problems in direct current circuits
• UEECD0045: Solve problems in multiple path extra-low voltage (ELV) a.c. circuits
• UEECD0051: Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
• UEECO0009: Participate in instrumentation and control work and competency development activities
• UEEIC0013: Develop, enter and verify discrete control programs for programmable controllers
• UEEIC0021: Find and rectify faults in process final control elements
• UEEIC0022: Install instrumentation and control apparatus and associated equipment
• UEEIC0023: Install instrumentation and control cabling and tubing
• UEEIC0029: Set up and adjust PID control loops
• UEEIC0030: Set up and adjust advanced PID process control loops
• UEEIC0031: Set up and configure human-machine interface (HMI) and industrial networks
• UEEIC0038: Solve problems in density/level measurement components and systems
• UEEIC0039: Solve problems in flow measurement components and systems
• UEEIC0041: Solve problems in pressure measurement components and systems
• UEEIC0043: Solve problems in temperature measurement components and systems
• UEEIC0047: Use instrumentation drawings, specifications, standards and equipment manuals
• UEEIC0048: Verify compliance and functionality of instrumentation and control installations
• UEERE0001: Apply environmentally and sustainable procedures in the energy sector
• UEERL0004: Disconnect - reconnect electrical equipment connected to low voltage (LV) installation wiring

Elective Units

• UEECD0035: Provide basic instruction in the use of electrotechnology apparatus
• UEECO0017: Source and purchase material/parts for installation or service jobs
• UEEIC0004: Calibrate, adjust and test measuring instruments
• UEEIC0033: Set up gas analysis measuring and control instruments
• UEEIC0035: Set up scientific analysis measuring and control instruments
• UEEIC0036: Set up water analysis measuring and control instruments
• UEEIC0037: Set up weighting measuring and control instruments
• UEEIC0046: Troubleshoot process control systems

Ways to Study

• On campus
• Apprenticeships or traineeships

Study Locations

• Greater Brisbane
• Darling Downs and South West
• Wide Bay Burnett
• North Queensland

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Resources Required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes. This includes the use of:

• Safety glasses
• Protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
• Long leather gloves to AS2161
• Hair protection
• You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing.

You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.

You are also required to have access to and bring personal stationery, a USB, a scientific calculator, and a ruler, set square, protractor and compass.

Assessment Methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning.

University Pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.